Associate Attorney (Workers' Compensation Defense) - NorCA

Pernini Legal, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); A distancia; USD 100.000 - 220.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Monthly electronics reimbursement

Automobile reimbursement

Employer-paid bar dues

CLEs and ongoing training

Descripción de la vacante

Pernini Legal, Inc. in California-based workers’ compensation defense practice seeks an Associate Attorney with 1–7 years of WC defense experience. JD or LLM from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record and active California Bar admission in good standing are required.

The role offers full remote work within California, with occasional travel to hearings and optional in-office presence. Key duties include representing employers and insurers, performing legal research, drafting

Formación

• JD or LLM from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 1–7 years of workers’ compensation defense experience REQUIRED
• Experience representing employers and insurers in WC proceedings
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and develop solutions
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization
• Tech-savvy in a paperless practice environment
• Soft skills: proactive, client-focused, collaborative across teams

Responsabilidades

• Represent employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as required
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Manage caseloads efficiently while adhering to firm procedures and deadlines
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to develop case strategy
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues
• Monthly electronics reimbursement and automobile reimbursement

Conocimientos

Legal research

Legal writing

Time management

Client communication

Collaboration

Tech-savvy

Analytical skills

Proactive

Educación

JD or LLM from accredited law school

Descripción del empleo

HOT JOB!!! FULL REMOTE...MUST HAVE 1 YEAR LEGAL EXPERIENCE HANDLING WC CLAIMS!

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION DEFENSE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYS

Locations: CA (Sacramento/Roseville)

FULL REMOTE IN CALIFORNIA (occasional travel as needed to hearings)

IN OFFICE OPTIONAL

Our client, a leading California-based workers’ compensation defense law firm, is seeking motivated Associate Attorneys to join their Workers’ Compensation Defense practice. Position offers the opportunity to represent employers and insurers in a broad range of workers’ compensation matters while working in a collaborative, technology-forward environment that prioritizes attorney development and work-life balance.

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Candidate Profile

• JD orLLM from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 1–7 years of substantive workers’ compensation defenseexperience REQUIRED
• Experience representing employers and insurers in workers’ compensation proceedings
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues and develop effective solutions
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working in a paperless practice environment
• Soft Skills: Proactive, client-focused professional with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers and insurers in workers’ compensation matters
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as required
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Manage caseloads efficiently while adhering to firm procedures and deadlines
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to develop case strategy
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues
• Monthly automatic $50electronicsreimbursement and $500 automobile reimbursement

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly-regarded workers’ compensation defense practice that has been nationally recognized for its workplace culture and commitment to its people. The firm has earned top-tier rankings across multiple respected platforms, including placement among the Top 20 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2025, Top 10 Fortune Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ 2025, and Top 50 2025 PEOPLE® Companies that Care. These distinctions reflect the firm’s longstanding dedication to supporting its attorneys both professionally and personally.

Attorneys in this practice benefit from robust mentorship and training programs designed to accelerate professional growth, build substantive expertise, and support long-term career development. The firm places a strong emphasis on collaboration, open communication, and continuous learning, ensuring that associates receive meaningful guidance and hands‑on experience from experienced practitioners.

The firm is deeply committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where attorneys are valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. With a modern, technology-forward infrastructure and a culture that prioritizes balance, engagement, and advancement, this role provides an exceptional platform for associates seeking a stable, rewarding, and growth-oriented legal career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Annual base salary expected to range from $100,000 – $220,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities (FIVE BONUS OPTIONS!)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan, 10 paid firm holidays plus birthday off, additional incentives also
• Additional Benefits: Employer-paid bar dues, CLEs, and ongoing training support and additional perks

Application Requirements

• resume
• cover letter
• law school transcript
• writing sample (10 pages max, substantially unedited by others)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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